Here's a timeline of how Bridgit Mendler got into the music business:
Early Career:
- Mendler began acting at a young age, appearing in commercials and small television roles.
- In 2007, she landed the role of Juliet van Heusen in the Disney Channel Original Movie "Lemonade Mouth". The movie's soundtrack, featuring songs performed by Mendler and the cast, achieved success, charting on various music charts.
Disney Channel Success:
- Mendler gained wider recognition for her starring roles in the Disney Channel series "Good Luck Charlie" and the animated series "Phineas and Ferb". Her popularity on these shows helped launch her music career.
Music Debut:
- In 2011, Mendler signed a record deal with Hollywood Records, a division of Disney Music Group.
- In April 2012, she released her debut single "Ready or Not". The song charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over 500,000 copies.
Album Release:
- On October 22, 2012, Mendler's debut album "Hello My Name Is..." was released. The album featured 13 tracks, including collaborations with songwriters and producers such as Emanuel Kiriakou, Evan Bogart, and Matthew Tishler.
Singles and Tours:
- The album's second single, "Hurricane," was released in January 2013. Both "Ready or Not" and "Hurricane" achieved commercial success, further solidifying Mendler's position in the music industry.
- In 2013, Mendler embarked on her debut concert tour, the "Bridgit Mendler: Live in Concert" tour, which took place in North America.
Continued Acting and Music:
- While pursuing her music career, Mendler continued to act in movies such as "Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3: Viva la Fiesta" (2012) and "The Secret Life of Pets" (2016), as well as television series like "Undateable" (2016) and "Merry Happy Whatever" (2019).
- She released her second album, "Nemesis", independently through her own label in 2016.
Recent Projects:
- Mendler has continued to release music and act in various projects. She appeared in the film "Father of the Year" (2018) and had a recurring role in the television series "Nashville" (2018-2019).
Throughout her career, Bridgit Mendler has been recognized for her talent, and her success in both acting and music has contributed to her popularity and influence in the entertainment industry.